The buzz from us and others
August 11, 2010
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Rave Reviews
 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, ties for 1st Place as Special Event Venue for the year in Richmond Magazine (Best and Worst of 2010).
More positive praise comes from a recent Reuters article "48 Hours in historic Richmond, Virginia:"
“11 a.m. - Take a break from history at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens where a large children's garden, complete with a tree house, provides a beautiful playground for the family. The orchid collection can be seen in the Conservatory. www.lewisginter.org
12 - Eat lunch in the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s Tea House where fresh ingredients transform a salad and the garden view nourishes the soul.”
May 31, 2010
Great Garnish: The Crowning Touch
 Marlene Delledera, MG Director of Dining at Virginia Episcopal School,
featured as an expert in food presentation.“The food is the main subject
and the garniture is the extra brush stroke—the crowning touch.”
Read more for Marlene’s tips to create the perfect food “portrait.”
April 22, 2010
Celebrating Earth Day
 On April 22, 2010, we joined people across the globe to celebrate our Earth.
We featured local foods and reduced meat menus to raise awareness about how our choices impact the environment.
Using local ingredients means we reduce long-distance trucking and increase support for local economies and small businesses. Being more mindful about our consumption of meat decreases the demand that drives “factory farming” which accounts for 1/5 of global greenhouse gasses (more than all forms of transportation, combined).
April 2010
Guilford College one of the Greenest Colleges in the Nation
The Princeton Review named Guilford College one of the most environmentally responsible college campuses in the country. In addition to progressive, sustainable projects like LEED certified building standards, water conservation, and solar thermal heating solutions, Guilford received recognition for their partnership with Meriwether Godsey through our joint efforts to create a more sustainable dining program, in particular our support of local products and our major composting operation. read more
March 23, 2010
MG Habitat Women Build Update
 November 21st seems like yesterday! What a joy to see this house become Toya’s new home. Thanks to the many hands that helped with this project. It was an honor for us to celebrate our 25th anniversary by participating in the Habitat for Humanity - Women Build Project. The house turned out great and the MG Family sends blessings Toya’s way as she and her children begin their new life in their home built with love!
February 8, 2010
"Pupils Prepped for Healthy Future"
 MG at St. Catherine's school has been featured on MeatlessMonday.com "We spoke with St. Catherine’s food director Cece Parrish, who offers a look at the connection between diet and education..." Read More
January 21,2010
MG Catering gets honors in “The Knot: Best of Weddings 2010"
 "We are proud to announce that Meriwether Godsey has been
rated by local brides and voted The Knot Best of Weddings 2010 Pick."
November 21, 2009
MG celebrates 25 Years by supporting Habitat for Humanity
Over 50 MG family members came out bright and early Saturday morning to partner with Habitat for Humanity to build a house and make it a home. Thanks to everyone for their support in our celebration, and most of all, GO TEAM MG!!
November 2009
Central Virginia Home magazine features an article by Kerry Giles, General Manager of the farmbasket
 A passion for creating something traditional in unexpected ways comes naturally for me. An affection for all things growing has led me to discover the many uses of plants, particularly in holiday decorating. You can make the most of nature’s gifts with an abundance of inspiring options without leaving your own backyard. A gracious garland, lush wreath or simple tablescape can be as easy as knowing what to cut and gather, and how to use it.
November 2009
Farmbasket featured in local Lynchburg publication of Lynchburg Living
(Natural) Tidings of Comfort and Joy
 "Tis the season for red and green and green, and more green. Using live greenery to spruce up your place certainly provides aromatic accents, but making it a family project can truly create great holiday memories. Here's how to make a tradition out of a simple walk in nature.
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly
The first step in creating a live wreath is to gather the elements. This may be the most fun for children. Call it a "nature hike" or an "exploring adventure" instead of "cutting greenery" to really pique their interest.
"A lot of these things [used to make a wreath] can be found outside their backdoor," said Katy Murray, Garden Manager of The farmbasket, where they have been creating custom-made Christmas wreaths for 15 years.
October 27, 2009
Farmbasket caters Breast Cancer Program at Pearson Cancer Center
 Approximately 70 women in Central Virginia attended a program on advancements in Breast Cancer sponsored by the Awareness Garden and Centra Health Foundation.
While there, they enjoyed fresh, local foods from Farmbasket our retail store that also provides daily lunches to many physicians and staff in the Centra community.
July 14, 2009
Sherri Meyer, MG Registered Dietitian shares her nutrition checklist in the July/August issue of Lynchburg Living
 How Healthy is Your Family?
By Amanda Southall
With the help of Sherri Meyer, Registered Dietitian for Meriwether-Godsey Group in Lynchburg,
here are a few easy tips for all ages that will help make over your health by making over your diet.
1) Plan for Good Nutrition.
2) Get Good Info.
3) Win Over Your Picky Eater.
4) Teach Healthy Habits for the Long Run.
July 10, 2009
Chef Mike Shea at The Summit is taking full advantage of this summer's bountiful growing season
 • Resident gardens are providing fabulous produce to supplement the menu;
• Another resident keeps a ready supply of fresh herbs for seasoning and garnishes;
• And to complete the cycle, the facility has a spot to compost in order to reduce what goes in the dumpster.
• Fresh, local and sustainable - The Summit Team is doing it each day!
June 12-14, 2009
MG Feeds the MS Bike Tour for third year in a row
 As 501 bikers in Charlottesville raised thousands of dollars by cycling
the hills we made sure they were fueled with meals and fluids on the
campus of The Miller School in Crozet, VA.
What do hungry bikers need? Baked potato bar, chili (including a vegetarian recipe),
cornbreads, grilled veggies, rice, baked pasta, green salads, and fresh fruit
(instead of processed sugar desserts) --- and hot breakfasts!
June 4, 2009
MG Caters Poplar Forest Benefit Dinner
MG catered to the stars (Robert Duvall, Connie Britton and Scott Cooper) once again at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest.
Under tents and amid downpours, this black tie dinner was another hit.
see pictures
"Stars Shine at Poplar Forest Gala" by Susan Pugh
"Poplar Forest to play host to Hollywood A-listers" Lynchburg News & Advance
April 3, 2009
MG Chefs Participate as Judges in Student Cook-Off
 Denise Simmons our Corporate Executive Chef and Greg Retz, CEC,
our General Manager at Guilford College traveled to
Hampton Roads, VA to help inspire and educate young future chefs.
"Hampton Roads students compete in culinary cookoff" by Vicki Friedman
March 2009
PETA commends Sidwell Friends School
Sidwell Friends recognized as one of the nation's top 5 most vegetarian-friendly private schools.
February 27, 2009
MG Caters Awareness Garden Celebration
 At a private estate in Bedford County, MG helped the Awareness Garden celebrate its 5th anniversary
and further its mission of education, scholarship and preservation of the garden space.
This event was featured in Central Virginia Home Summer 2009 Magazine.
"Opening Your Doors to Fun and Fundraising" by Alison Cox
January 2009
The Obama Girls Start Sidwell Friends School
The fact that we provide the dining services to Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, is special in and of itself.
And in January, it drew a ton of attention when two girls with the last name Obama started school there.
"Wonder What The Obama Girls Are Having For Lunch?"
November 23, 2008
Obama Foodorama
 The First Daughters Maila, 10, and Sasha, 7 will attend Sidwell Friends School when family moves to Washington. Sidwell, founded in 1883, is a private Quaker school with a campus in northwest Washington for grades 5-12, and another in suburban Bethesda, Md., for kindergarten through fourth grade (Malia is in fifth grade, and Sasha is in second grade).
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